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businesses use wireless technology in their operations, 56% of which felt it would be a major challenge to survive without wireless services. Finally, nearly 70% of calls to 911 are now made from wireless phones. She shared several photos of AT&T's installations, noting that they work closely with City staff and commissions to ensure that what is ultimately approved is what the community wants to see. Mayor Thorne closed the public hearing. Mayor Thorne thanked Ms. Harryman for her presentation and help in getting around some of the false perceptions regarding wireless technology. He said that in not doing as Mr. Hirst recommended and encouraging expansion of wireless facilities, the City may be placing its own business park at a distinct disadvantage. He said he appreciated the exception process which provides a good workaround to meet current and future needs and said he could support the staff recommendation. Vice-Mayor Cook-Kallio said she supported the concept but found 300 feet to be arbitrary. She said that in this particular instance, the idea that federal law is stripping local jurisdictions of local control is a bit of a stretch. In latching on to local control the City loses access to information, which is not a local control issue. She moved the staff recommendation, with the amendment that all references to 300 feet be reduced to 200 feet which should appropriately deal with aesthetic issues. Mayor Thorne offered a second. Councilmember Narum stated her support. Councilmember Brown said her concerns over safety perceptions were satisfactorily addressed and shared her support for the motion. Councilmember Pentin stated his support. All members of the Council disclosed that they met with wireless carrier representatives in reviewing this item. MOTION: It was m/s by Cook-Kallio/Thorne to waive first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2086 as amended. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Cook-Kallio, Narum, Pentin, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: None 15. Approved the 2014 City Council Committee assignments and the appointment of Jerry Pentin for Vice Mayor Mr. Fialho introduced the item, which is an annual reaffirmation of City Council Committee Assignments. He noted that staff received no requests for modifications and also called attention to one error on the staff report attachment. Membership on the Alameda County Liaison Committee is incorrectly listed and should reflect Councilmembers Cook-Kallio and Narum as members. Vice-Mayor Cook-Kallio noted that legislative subcommittee assignment was not included, which Mr. Fialho explained would come before the Council January 21, 2014. Mayor Thorne extended his thanks to Vice-Mayor Cook-Kallio for her work this past year. MOTION: It was m/s by Narum/Cook-Kallio to approve the 2014 City Council Committee assignments and the appointment of Jerry Pentin for Vice Mayor. Motion passed by the following vote: City Council Minutes Page 17 of 20 December 17, 2013